1. Resume Preparation

2. A resume is the bait that gets you in the door for an interview. no interview = no chance of getting the job! The Purpose of a Resume

3. Importance of a Resume Employers generally spend 10 seconds scanning a single resume.

4. 44 Resume First Impression First contact with the employer. Resume tells employer what type of employee you are and the work you will produce. Critical to describe qualifications clearly

5. 55 Common Resume Formats Chronological – Highlights your work experience Functional – Highlights skills and accomplishments rather than work experience.

6. Example

7. Resume Design DO: Thousands of examples Organized Easy to read Professional DON’T: Overcrowd Use landscape Use too many bells and whistles

8. 8 Design Suggestions Black ink only. One-sided. Plain white or cream paper. Slightly heavier weight than regular copy paper.

9. 99 Resume Sections Personal Contact Information Summary of Qualifications Work Experience/Job History Educational Background/Military Experience Professional References Here are some of the most common resume components:

10. Personal Contact Info Phone – WORKING with a voice mail that you check Address – Lets them know where you are located Email – Professional NOT: Ilovebeer@gmail.com or Susiesboyfrienddonottouch@msn.com orIlovebeer@gmail.com Susiesboyfrienddonottouch@msn.com Iliketoshootpeople@hotmail.com

11. 11 A Summary of Qualifications highlights the most relevant skills, accomplishments and experiences that meet the employer’s needs. Qualifications

12. 12 Work Experience Chronological order beginning with your most recent employer. Should include: –Job title –Name of company –Location (city, state) –Duration of employment (month and year ) –Brief description of duties and responsibilities

13. 13 List the most recent school first and include this information: ‒ Name of the School or Institution ‒ Type of Degree or Diploma received Education

14. 14 Work Experience section. Summary of Qualifications section. Education Military Service

15. 15 Included or Separate Do not include the statement, “References available upon request.” Type of reference References

16. EXAMPLE

18. Questions?